Best Clam Dishes in New York
8 restaurants compared
Top 5 Clam Dishes in New York (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 8 restaurants:
- Razor Clams a la Plancha at Casa Mono — 99% recommended, $24.00 (Gramercy)
- Chowder Risotto at Smithereens — 95% recommended, $32.00 (East Village)
- Clam Pie at Denino's Pizzeria — 94% recommended, $34.00 (Greenwich Village)
- Baked Clams at Joe & Pat's — 92% recommended, $18.00 (Staten Island)
- Carrot Crepe with Littleneck Clams at Olmsted — 92% recommended, $18.00 (Prospect Heights)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 8 Clam Dishes
Razor Clams a la Plancha
Casa Mono$24.00
Fresh razor clams grilled with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs.
Chowder Risotto
Smithereens$32.00
Creamy risotto with quahog clams, potatoes, and bacon in the style of a New England chowder.
Clam Pie
Denino's Pizzeria$34.00
White pie with fresh chopped clams, garlic, and mozzarella.
Baked Clams
Joe & Pat's$18.00
Traditional Neapolitan-style baked clams with seasoned breadcrumbs and garlic.
Carrot Crepe with Littleneck Clams
Olmsted$18.00
Tender crepe made from fresh carrots, topped with buttery littleneck clams and kohlrabi.
Grilled Clams with Breadcrumbs and Aglio
Lilia$28.00
Fresh littleneck clams charred over wood fire with crispy breadcrumbs and garlic oil.
Smoked Dashi Ramen with Clams
Tonchin$22.00
Tonkotsu base infused with smoky fish oil and topped with littleneck clams.
Clam Pizza
Lombardi's$26.00
Coal-oven pizza with littleneck clams, olive oil, garlic, and romano cheese.